Description:
We're looking for professionals who bring talent, humility, and heart to the table. Here, you'll find more than a job, you'll find a community, and professional growth. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, wellness and mentoring programs, and a workplace where your voice matters and your growth is celebrated.Primary Job Duties:
- Represent clients in a broad spectrum of general liability defense matters, insurance defense, including premises liability, construction accidents and other types of claims.
- Manage cases from inception through resolution—handling pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediation, and trial preparation.
- Draft legal documents, including motions, briefs, discovery responses, and settlement agreements for insurance defense.
- Collaborate closely with firm partners, clients, claims professionals, and experts to develop and implement effective defense strategies.
- Conduct legal research and provide analysis and recommendations to clients and insurers.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of case activity, ensuring adherence to court deadlines and internal requirements.
Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law in New York is required; New Jersey admission is a plus.
- 5+ years of experience in insurance defense litigation, with a focus on general liability.
- Strong legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
- Ability to manage a full caseload independently and effectively while meeting deadlines.
- Professionalism, strong organizational skills, and a client-focused approach.
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.